Strabismus in Children
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 4, 2025.
Strabismus is a condition that causes your child's eyes to look in different directions. Your child's eye muscles do not work together to control his or her eye movement. This condition may only occur sometimes, or it may be present all the time.
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Call your child's eye doctor if:
- Your child loses vision in one or both eyes.
- Your child has a severe headache, dizziness, or vomiting.
- Your child has a fever.
- Your child has new or worsening blurred or double vision.
- You have questions or concerns about your child's condition or care.
Have your child wear an eye patch as directed:
An eye patch will cover your child's stronger eye. This will help his or her weaker eye to work more and get stronger.
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Treatment options
The following list of medications are related to or used in the treatment of this condition.
Have your child wear eyewear as directed:
Eyeglasses can help your child's eyes work together.
Help your child do eye exercises:
Your child's healthcare provider may recommend exercises that will help improve your child's eye movement and focus. Ask the healthcare provider about the best eye exercises for him or her.
Follow up with your child's eye doctor as directed:
Take your child for regular eye exams every 6 to 12 months. Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.
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